What somebody can learn before they ever contact you
Targeted social engineering can involve substantial research before the first message arrives. The information often comes from ordinary public sources.
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Cybersecurity makes more sense when the mechanism is clear.
Short, practical writing on digital exposure, social engineering, open-source intelligence and the decisions that reduce risk. No fear-mongering. No pretending every unusual message is an attack.
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Why convincing attacks often look like ordinary work
The hardest messages to recognise are often the ones that fit naturally into the recipient's day.
Three questions to ask before approving changed payment details
A request to change supplier banking details can look completely legitimate. A consistent verification process matters more than how convincing the message appears.
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